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Patriots seemingly bench cornerback Jack Jones in first quarter vs. Commanders

Published Tue, 19 Nov 2024 04:29:22 GMT

FOXBORO — The Patriots deployed an expected starter Sunday against the Commanders.The Patriots started cornerback Shaun Wade over J.C. Jackson and Jack Jones in Week 9. Wade played opposite Jonathan Jones as an outside cornerback for the first two series while Myles Bryant entered the field when the Patriots went with three cornerbacks.Related ArticlesNew England Patriots | Trent Brown, rookie wide receiver among Patriots’ inactives vs. Commanders New England Patriots | Patriots-Commanders preview: Bill Belichick could start to U-turn the season Sunday New England Patriots | Patriots sign ex-USFL defensive tackle to 53-man roster New England Patriots | Patriots extra points: Bill Belichick says rookie WR had best practices this week New England Patriots | Demario Douglas one of the 4 Patriots most important to beating Washington Jackson replaced Wade on the third defensive series. Jack Jones ...

Luis Diaz sends a message for his kidnapped father after scoring for Liverpool

Published Tue, 19 Nov 2024 04:29:22 GMT

Luis Diaz lifted his jersey to reveal a T-shirt with the words “Libertad Para Papa” (“Freedom for Papa”) after scoring a late equalizer Sunday in his first appearance for Liverpool since his parents were kidnapped in his native Colombia.Diaz bundled home a goal in the fifth minute of stoppage time to earn Liverpool a 1-1 draw at Luton in the Premier League and immediately sent a message for his father, who is still missing after the kidnapping by a guerrilla group, National Liberation Army, known as ELN.Both of Diaz’s parents were taken in the small Colombian town of Barrancas last weekend, though his mother was rescued within hours by police.Diaz returned to training on Thursday after missing two Liverpool games and said he was ready to play against Luton, with manager Jurgen Klopp selecting him on the bench. He came on in the 83rd and spared Liverpool from embarrassment with a goal off Harvey Elliott’s cross.Klopp said before the game that “positive” negotiations were taking place...

Man arrested after woman’s body found in Whitby

Published Tue, 19 Nov 2024 04:29:22 GMT

A man is in custody after a woman’s body was found inside a home in Whitby.Durham police were called to a home on Kressman Court in the area of Country Lane and Taunton Road West around 9 p.m. Saturday night.When they arrived they discovered the body of a woman. She was pronounced dead at the scene.A man was taken into custody at the scene.Police did not say what the relationship was between the victim and the suspect.“This was an isolated incident and there is no threat to public safety,” police said.

Sex offender in 2011 B.C. child abduction wanted Canada-wide

Published Tue, 19 Nov 2024 04:29:22 GMT

A high-risk sex offender who abducted a three-year-old boy in 2011 is wanted on a Canada-wide warrant after failing to return to his halfway house in Vancouver.Police say 58-year-old Randall Hopley was last seen Saturday at 3 p.m. and has a history of convictions for assault, property and sexual crimes, including three sex offences against children.Hopley was convicted of the 2011 abduction of a three-year-old boy in southeastern British Columbia, which touched off a Canada-wide search for the child.Hopley, who took the boy from his family home, held the victim captive in a cabin for four days before returning him apparently unharmed.Hopley served his full term for the abduction and was released in October 2018, but the National Parole Board said in January that the man violated his supervision orders after allegedly being caught using a computer at a public library — less than a metre from a group of children.At the time, the parole board recommended charges against Hopley and said...

Human skull found for sale in Florida thrift store's Halloween section

Published Tue, 19 Nov 2024 04:29:22 GMT

FORT MYERS, Fla. (WFLA) — Skulls are common decorations in stores during Halloween, but usually they're made in a factory.A thrift store in Fort Myers, Florida, learned it was selling an unusual item when one of its shoppers noticed that one of the skulls in the Halloween section was actually real, according to the Lee County Sheriff's Office. Man’s body mistaken for Halloween prop; lawn mowed around him The shopper, an anthropologist of all things, recognized the skull was, in fact, human, prompting detectives to come and pick it up. While some anthropologists focus more on cultural studies, others are experts in recognizing and analyzing human remains, like forensic anthropologists.Detectives agreed that the skull appeared to be human and sent it to the District 21 Medical Examiner's Office.(Lee County Sheriff's Office)(Lee County Sheriff's Office)Deputies said the store owner told them that the skull was found inside a storage unit that was purchased years ago and had been left...

Gophers men’s basketball: Parker Fox, Isaiah Ihnen bonded through ‘ridiculous’ knee injuries

Published Tue, 19 Nov 2024 04:29:22 GMT

Parker Fox and Isaiah Ihnen are joined at the knee.At the hip, too. But after the forwards on the Gophers men’s basketball team went through consecutive serious knee injuries, which robbed both of them of the past two seasons, especially at the knee. The teammates and roommates bonded as they went side-by-side through the process, not once but twice.In 2021, Fox needed surgery on the anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee as he transferred to the U that spring from Division II Northern State, while Ihnen needed ACL surgery in the summer going into his third season at Minnesota.In 2022, Fox tore the ACL in his right knee in June, and Ihnen re-injured the ACL in his left knee a few weeks later.“It was ridiculous, honestly, to have these types of injuries back-to-back,” Ihnen said. “You would not wish that on anyone, but at the same time, it was a blessing to have (Fox) there with me. He’s a very light-hearted guy and very motivated as well. He helped me push myself. I helped him....

Vikings quarterback Jaren Hall leaves first start with concussion

Published Tue, 19 Nov 2024 04:29:22 GMT

The worst part is Jaren Hall was kind of cooking.After struggling to find a rhythm on his first drive, the rookie quarterback had the Vikings in position to score a touchdown on his second drive.He completed a quick pass to tight end Johnny Mundt for a gain of 18 yards, then a deep pass to running back Alexander Mattison for a gain of 47 yards.That put the Vikings in the low red zone where Hall tried to scramble for a touchdown. He got hit hard near the goal line, slammed the back of his head into the turf, and had to be helped off the field.After briefly getting checked out in the medical tent, Hall was quickly ruled out with a concussion. He finished the game 5 for 6 for 78 yards through the air to go along with 11 yards on the ground.In place of Hall, the Vikings turned to Josh Dobbs, the journey quarterback they acquired at the trade deadline this past week.Related ArticlesMinnesota Vikings | Vikings left tackle Christian Darrisaw ruled out for game against Falcons ...

Business People: 3M names finance executive for its Health Care group

Published Tue, 19 Nov 2024 04:29:22 GMT

OF NOTEWayde McMillan3M Co., Maplewood, announced Wayde McMillan as chief financial officer for the company’s Health Care Business Group, effective Nov. 1. McMillan joins 3M from Insulet, where he was executive vice president, CFO and treasurer.ADVERTISING/PUBLIC RELATIONSCollective Measures, a Minneapolis-based ad agency, announced the hires of Matt Larson as vice president of Media and Connection Strategy, and Lindsay Early as vice president of Client Services. Larson previously was with Haworth Marketing + Media; Early most recently worked at Optum.FOODMilk Specialties Global, an Eden Prairie-based processor of raw dairy products into ingredients for the food industry, announced that Vincent Macciocchi has joined the board of directors. Macciocchi currently serves as senior vice president at ADM and president of its Nutrition business.FINANCIAL SERVICESU.S. Bank, Minneapolis, announced it has named Ariel Meyerstein to lead its Environmental, Social and Governance program office. ...

Thousands celebrate culture at 52nd Annual Festival of Nations

Published Tue, 19 Nov 2024 04:29:22 GMT

ALBANY, N.Y. (NEWS10) - On Sunday, over 3,000 people celebrated the 52nd Annual Festival of Nations at the Empire State Plaza Convention Center. From the colorful outfits everyone was wearing, it was definitely a festive festival celebrating each country’s unique features. And an event that is well-needed when many feel the world can be divisive. This event is a reminder of what unites everyone- arts…music…and, of course, the food. Get the latest news, weather, sports and entertainment delivered right to your inbox! Monaj Ajmera, Chairman of the event, said that since 1972, the festival has been celebrating diverse cultures from around the world.“The beauty is that we are of different thinking, of different cultures, but we work together,” Ajmera said. “We don’t always agree on everything, but once a decision is made - we all [are supportive].”The event featured a parade of nations, arts and crafts, along with music and dance. Sandra Gomez and her family were at the event represen...

Robbery and assault occurred in south St. Louis

Published Tue, 19 Nov 2024 04:29:22 GMT

ST. LOUIS COUNTY – Police arrived to a robbery incident during which the victim was also physically assaulted with a punch to the face on November 4 at approximately 11:23 p.m.The victim reported that the incident was a recent hold-up. He explained that the suspect approached him and initially asked for a cigarette. However, when the victim informed the suspect that he didn't have one, the situation escalated. The suspect then showed a black handgun, aimed it at the victim, and demanded the victim's belongings.When the victim resisted and refused to surrender his property, the suspect resorted to violence, striking the victim in the face. The assailant made off with the victim's backpack on foot.The investigation into this incident is ongoing.